Thread: Today 16,000pts+

11/28/2014 07:00 AM EST , NBC

✯ Part 1 ✯

What did Dylan Dreyer report people were doing according to photos posted on social media?
Using gas stoves and outdoor grills

What did Hallie Jackson report that Ryan Fox was offering to do if any "early birds" bought an ounce of marijuana on Black Friday?
Take 80% off on the price of it

What did Jenna Wolfe say that 53% of people thought it was acceptable to do the day after Thanksgiving, according to a poll?
Start listening to Christmas music

What did Peter Alexander note about Berlin, after noting that "Kryptos" was constructed around the same time as the fall of the Berlin Wall?
Clocks were placed around it

What did Peter Alexander report that people who thought they solved "Kryptos" could do in addition to sending Jim Sanborn a $50 wire transfer?
Write an e-mail to him

What did Sheinelle Jones report that two New York boys did for several hours before being pulled to safety?
Got buried under a snow bank

What did Stephen Colbert write that he was grateful people were doing on Thanksgiving instead of talking to family members, according to Jenna Wolfe?
Checking social media sites

What did thieves do in a surveillance video from a Chicago clothing store before beginning to loot it, according to a report by Kevin Tibbles?
Smashed a pickup through a wall

What did Willie Geist report happened on the Pacific Coast highway that was causing a traffic backup?
Water main broke and opened a sinkhole

What did Willie Geist report more than 300,000 U.S. citizens did upon waking up Thanksgiving morning?
Found they had no power

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In a commercial during this show, what did women do as they stood against colorful backgrounds before you were encouraged to "show 'em what you got" with a baking product?
Reacted to "cookie time," such as one who looked surprised, as they held cookie tins and trays
Betty Crocker
NOT--Comes with different cookie toppings
Has fewer calories than other cookie brands
Offers a head start to homemade cookies

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman do while a song with the lyrics "girls on film" played and photographs were taken of her, before a line of fragrances were promoted?
Climbed out of a helicopter before twirling around in her gold dress and kissing a man on the cheek
Michael Kors
Macy's

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed during a mock news report for a retail store's Black Friday as a man and woman stood in a studio decorated for the holidays?
How more checkout lanes would be open than ever before, as carts merged past one another
Wal-Mart
NOT--Has the lower prices than competitors
Provides an enjoyable experience
Offers great selection of products

In a commercial during this show, what menu item from a fast-food restaurant was prepared in different close-ups that highlighted ingredients?
Chili that was made with antibiotic-free turkey, carrots, and edamame
Steak topped with sautéed mushrooms and served with a baked potato
Chicken tortellini that was made with cheeses and came with a salad
NOT--Lobster that was caught fresh and prepared with delicious herb butter

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman with blonde hair do as her thoughts about "the past" were heard in a voiceover, before a perfume was noted?
NOT--Approached a vintage car that became a sleek, modern model after she tossed her keys in the air
Flipped past black and white scrapbook photos before she held up a color one and stepped into it
Climbed a silky fabric that took her out of a skylight in an ornate palace to a futuristic city
Stood as doorways, that became progressively newer, passed over her and closed automatically

In a commercial during this show, what happened as a man used his new single-cup coffee machine to brew coffee for his wife and himself?
People showed up and told him their coffee requests, such as two policemen and a dog walker
Keurig
Makes enough for one or more

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman do as slow music with the lyrics "girl, you’re amazing just the way you are" was heard and a bottle of perfume appeared?
Walked down a street and stood inside a building as an “independent spirit”
Modern Muse by Estée Lauder
Is for those who strive to inspire others

In a commercial during this show, what did a man in a blazer discuss about a credit card as he spoke in a loud, stern voice while walking through a mall decorated for the holidays?
How some competitors only allowed you to earn cash back in constantly changing categories, like hardware stores
Capital One
Earns you unlimited 1.5% cash back on every purchase

In a commercial during this show, what did different people who needed new vehicles do before meeting with a salesman at an auto dealership?
Followed a white race line through a city, as some who were in a band picked up skateboards along the way
CarMax
Is the best place to start

In a commercial during this show, who had a cold and runny nose, as a cold medicine presented "The Cold Truth" before he help up its packaging?
Airport ground crew member who was working with luggage as it snowed
Alka-Seltzer Plus
Relieves more symptoms than competitors

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman do while talking to her friend, before bags of coffee were displayed among beans in an orange environment?
Showed off how she remodeled her kitchen by making it smaller to accommodate a huge, dream pantry stocked full of coffee
Dunkin' Donuts
Is available at the grocery store in two new flavors

In a commercial during this show, what were you encouraged to do as products available at a retail store's sales event were featured against a white background after an animated red gift box was opened?
Hurry in for savings on items such as kitchen electrics and men's dress shirts
JCPenney
Take advantage of thousands of doorbuster deals

In a commercial during this show, where did two men drive a blue car as they were "in charge" and upbeat music played?
Race where runners wore white shirts and they released colorful powders from the sunroof
Toyota Corolla
Is an innovator in style and technology

✯ Part 2 ✯

What did Antony Todd explain that his company did, in a report by Janet Shamlian?
Recreated the experience of flying on a commercial airliner

What did Dave Karger say that Reese Witherspoon's character attempted to do in an upcoming film?
Hike the entire Pacific Coast of the U.S.

What did Elizabeth Mayhew say that an office supply store was doing to encourage shoppers to buy from their retail stores instead of online?
Including twenty-five free holiday cards with every purchase

What did Emily Fleischaker discuss doing to finish eating leftovers from Thanksgiving dinners?
Mixing apple pie into oatmeal

What did Jenna Wolfe report that the "Today Show" sponsored a charity aimed at doing?
Providing meals to people in need

What did Marlo Thomas say that scientists at her charitable organization were working "all day and all night" to do?
Keep young children healthy

What did people do, in footage from a retail store, as Sheinelle Jones reported that they were protesting the death of Michael Brown?
Walked with their hands raised

What did Quintavious Johnson do, in footage, before Willie Geist noted that he was twelve years old?
Sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" at a football game

What did Sheinelle Jones report that Pope Francis was expected to do during his trip to Turkey?
Denounce groups of violent extremists

What did Tim Seaman say that he did, in a report by Josh Elliott?
Coached a high school football team

In a sponsored segment during this show, what happened while Ben Stiller and others watched a show about "ambush" makeovers, as an upcoming movie was noted?
Monkey changed the channel with a remote, before he changed it back and took out the batteries
"Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb"
Slight Chance / No Way
I'd rather wait to see it on DVD/VHS

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In a commercial during this show, what did a woman who was shopping say she did, as the benefits of a skin care product were discussed?
Told people what she was wearing when they asked, because beautiful skin goes with everything
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Contains natural oat and vital nutrients

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a hair color as a man described how his wife kept it "interesting" as she posed playfully in a city?
How you could mix it up by shifting your shade and still look amazing
Clairol Nice 'n Easy
Offers natural-looking results

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a store that sells furniture, as their Black Friday sales event was promoted and pieces were featured against a white background?
How they offered a choice of reduced prices or no interest for several years
Ashley Furniture
Take advantage of great deals

In a commercial during this show, where were a father and daughter when he offered her a piece of gum, before a pack appeared against a green background?
Train, where he folded a wrapper into a tiny origami figurine and handed it to her
Extra
Helps you appreciate the little things

In a commercial during this show, what were you encouraged to do as products available at a retail store's sales event were featured against a white background after an animated red gift box was opened?
Hurry in to save on items such as denim, jackets, and brand name fleece
JCPenney
Offers an additional discount with a coupon and a credit card

In a movie commercial during this show, who was Ben Stiller as he interacted with Robin Williams and Owen Wilson in comical scenes, some of which took place in a foreign country?
Security guard who witnessed displays of animals and historical figures coming to life
"Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb"
Definitely

✯ Part 3 ✯

What did Erica Hill report the producers of "Today" brought in experts to do, after mentioning owners of small businesses on "Small Business Saturday"?
Help them and their failing practices

What did a man in a black suit do, in footage, as he sang the Canadian anthem before a hockey game, in the "Spanning the World" segment?
Slipped while skating on the ice

What did a dinosaur do in an upcoming "Sneak Peek" of a movie, after Josh Horowitz said he was excited about it?
Leaped out of the water to eat a shark

What did Josh Horowitz report Will Smith wasn't currently slated to do, while discussing the confirmed sequel to "Independence Day"?
Appear as an actor in it

What did Natali Morris tell Willie Geist and Sheinelle Jones that she could do while using a phone application, in the "Appy Holidays" segment?
Track members of her family and friends

What was Robynn Shayne doing in footage that an airline passenger took on a flight, as she performed Lorde's "Royals"?
Strumming on a guitar

What did Sara Moulton instruct Natalie Morales to do while they finished creating their first meal from Thanksgiving leftovers?
Spread mashed sweet potatoes on it

What did Sheinelle Jones report Harvard researchers said people did in a study that made them 18% less likely to develop diabetes?
Ate one serving of yogurt per day

What did Sheinelle Jones report happened in New York on Thanksgiving, before saying the parents of two boys called the police at 10:00 p.m.?
Driver in a snowplow buried them under snow

What did Willie Geist discuss doing, while he Natalie Morales and Sheinelle Jones talked about their Thanksgivings?
Cooking his turkey using aromatics

In a sponsored segment during this show, what did a man do while using a tablet at his mother's house, after watching a segment on a TV show about apps?
Read about food and drink by waving his hand and turning pages
Microsoft Surface

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In a commercial during this show, what did a baker with a beard discuss about a spread as he prepared a food item at an outdoor market?
How it didn't contain any artificial preservatives, before women ordered muffins
I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!
NOT--Available in different flavors
Comes in a spray variety
Is improved for better taste

In a commercial during this show, what did a man do to prepare food for a party before he scoffed at his wife's idea of a cheese plate?
Rolled up small hot dogs with crescent roll dough and baked them in the oven, which surprised his wife
Pillsbury
Easy way to make a great tasting snack or meal

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed in rhyming verses of a holiday-themed song about a tablet that hands used up close in a side by side demonstration with a competitor's product?
That it was powerful and included a digital pen, touchscreen, external ports, and a kickstand, while it was attached to a keyboard
Microsoft Surface
Can easily take the place of a laptop

In a commercial during this show, what recipe did a woman make for her family with leftover holiday turkey and a condiment after you were told that "today is the day"?
Casserole that was "irresistibly creamy"
Hellmann's
Is versatile in creating delicious meals

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a toothbrush as it was featured in animated demonstrations, including side-by-side with a competitor?
That it had patented technology with more brush movements
Philips Sonicare
Guarantees healthier gums in two weeks

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a fiber supplement as it was demonstrated against a white background, before a dancing woman's abdomen was featured in closeups?
That its stick packs helped maintain regularity and digestive healthy, and it tasted like water in water
FiberChoice
Phillips' Fiber Good
NOT--Metamucil
Benefiber

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about an odor-eliminating cat litter as a cat sat on a couch before tapping on a box with its paw?
How it worked for ten days, before its jaw dropped in amazement
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In a commercial during this show, who coughed and showed symptoms of illness, before taking a cold medicine that made the skin of his previously sick body crack and break, revealing a healthier version of himself?
Airport ground-crew chief who then supervised a plane's takeoff
Theraflu
Offers fast, powerful relief

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a diabetes medication as people enjoyed everyday activities and smiled as if posing for photos, as a song with the lyrics "walk of life" played?
How it removed some sugar from the body to lower blood sugar levels, before friends sat on a rocky lakeshore
Farxiga
Comes in a once daily pill and may result in weight loss

In a commercial during this show, how was a man who suffered from COPD presented, before a prescription medication that helped him was introduced and he returned to being himself?
Cartoon wolf with difficulty breathing who was in a story he read to his grandson, before he blew out candles at a birthday party
Symbicort
Alleviates COPD symptoms by improving lung function in just a few minutes

In a commercial during this show, what did people do, including a man wearing a hat, before a medication that treated their COPD was discussed?
Recalled their favorite vacation spots, such as a father who liked camping in the summer
NOT--Held up photos of their families, including an aunt who had visited her niece and nephew
Described how they were dedicated to volunteering, such as an accountant who built houses
Spelled out their first names, including a woman who enjoyed hosting the book club

In a commercial during this show, what did a man in a sun costume discuss with another man in his kitchen, before offering him a breakfast food that had finished cooking in the microwave?
How his breakfast cereal was lacking ingredients, such as eggs and sausage
Jimmy Dean Breakfast Bowls
Have a delicious taste

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a carrier freight railroad company during a montage of footage, which included a baker and a woman waving at a passing locomotive?
How they transported years of dedication and the goods that fed and comforted millions, along with powering cities
Union Pacific Railroad
NOT--CMC Railroad
AT&L Railroad
First Coast Railroad

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman discuss about a store as she shopped for items in split screens?
How it offered hundreds of gifts and she didn't have to spend a fortune
Burlington Coat Factory
Pay up to 65% less than department store prices

✯ Part 4 ✯

What did David Steinberg explain that people could do to improve their business, during the "Small Business Saturday" segment?
Set up their own options to take credit cards

What were a group of family members doing in a photograph, after Hoda Kotb said the photos were courtesy of AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com?
Lying on top of each other

What did Hoda Kotb point out that Jennifer Miller had done to improve her small business, during the "Small Business Saturday" segment?
Started selling her items online

What did Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb agree that people should not do, during the "OK! Or Not OK!" segment?
Bleach or dye their eyebrows

What did Kathie Lee Gifford do while testing a product on Hoda Kotb, during the "Bobbie's Buzz: Holiday Beauty Tips" segment?
Wiped her hair with a wet cloth

What did Katie Morrison explain that she had done, during the "Godwinks" segment?
Found her grandmother's initials in a ring

What did Kathie Lee Gifford do after Matthew Hussey said being in a relationship and being single was "fun," in "The Other View" segment?
Complimented his eyebrows

What did Kathie Lee Gifford say Hoda Kotb needed to do, before Kotb said "that is awful," during their "Over the Top Gifts" segment?
Obtain a lie detector test

What did Kathie Lee Gifford admit that she would not do, before Hoda Kotb said 38% of women also agreed?
Kiss her husband, Frank, if he was sick

What did Matthew Hussey suggest that a partner do when dealing with a controlling mother-in-law or father-in-law, in "The Other View" segment?
Give them something to make them feel validated

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In a promotional advertisement during this program, for a show called "Peter Pan," what happened?
Cast members, including a magical boy, sang and performed choreographed dances

In a commercial during this show, what did a man dressed as a sun do, as a young girl enjoyed a breakfast item?
Confirmed that her sausage was cooked in the microwave
Jimmy Dean Fully Cooked Sausage
Is easy and delicious

In a commercial during this show, what did a man who represented a man named Al's budget do as a discount online store was promoted?
Sat in a recliner while wearing bunny ears and festive lights
Fingerhut.com
Offers payment plans for the credit you need

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman do after asking the "wisest kid," who held a can of soup, if she was forgetting anything for her holiday meal?
Wished that he was there, before he vanished from a mountaintop and appeared at her front door
Campbell's
Can be used to make delicious dishes

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed about a frozen food product, as it was presented in a 2-D animated kitchen that transformed into a real world kitchen?
That its seasoning and blends would change people's minds about boring vegetables
​Green Giant
Has a variety of items

In a commercial during this show, what did a young girl do as she was cheered on by her mom, before a charity was noted against a black background?
Placed a monetary donation in a bucket while a hand bell rang out
Salvation Army
NOT--Find opportunities to volunteer
Share a reason to give online
Support community programs

In a commercial during this show, what did women do as they stood against colorful backgrounds before you were encouraged to "show 'em what you got" with a baking product?
Reacted to "cookie time," such as one who looked surprised, as they held cookie tins and trays
Betty Crocker
NOT--Comes with different cookie toppings
Has fewer calories than other cookie brands
Offers a head start to homemade cookies

In a commercial during this show, what did a mother do for her family after a bell rang, as an “irresistible" bakery product was featured?
Used cinnamon rolls to lure her family members, who were distracted by various electronic devices, to the table
Pillsbury
Have an appeal that helps to bring your family together

In a commercial during this show, what did a man do before another in a sun costume presented him with better breakfast selections?
Ordered tuna fish at a deli even though he was far from the sea, before he discarded it and people lined up near his table
Jimmy Dean
Is not just for breakfast any more / Comes in many satisfying options

In a commercial during this show, what did a woman in a bright yellow top who playfully said “we need to talk” discuss about a hair color?
That it contained avocado, shea, and olive oils, after she spun around in a chair and removed her glasses
Garnier Nutrisse
Nourishes hair while providing rich, radiant color

In a commercial during this show, what did a baker with a beard discuss about a spread as he prepared a food item at an outdoor market?
How it didn't contain any artificial preservatives, before women ordered muffins
I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!
Is improved for better taste

In a commercial during this show, what was discussed from a baby's point of view as different mothers bathed their babies, while holding and playing with them, and a baby product company was noted?
That he loved her and she was a "keeper," even though she wasn't always perfect
Johnson & Johnson
Helps babies understand their mothers’ love
NOT--Is made for babies with love by mothers
Makes babies love their mothers

In a commercial during this show, who listed the many things she could do with a smart phone from a wireless provider as she interacted with others in fast-paced scenes, including one where she scrolled through photos on it?
Science teacher whose students put on safety goggles, watched guinea pigs, and launched rockets
NOT--Restaurant chef who shopped a market for dinner specials, tried out a new recipe, and checked on diners
Personal trainer who led clients through tough workouts in a gym and on an obstacle course
Jazz musician who wrote song lyrics and played a piano before performing for a crowd in a nightclub

In a commercial during this show, what did people do while discussing an online retailer after various items, including some for the holidays, suddenly appeared in homes?
Danced and sang about how it had just what they need, before a smiling man picked up a box outdoors
Wayfair.com
Save up to 70% and get free shipping

In a commercial during this show, what did a couple who were sitting on a couch discuss about their son's enlistment in a branch of the military, as a soldier in uniform completed a mission?
How they were nervous at first, but he always had a plan, as a soldier climbed a rooftop before looking through a scope and receiving a thumbs-up from a comrade
U.S. Army
Provides training that is useful after service